Vicar's Newsletter for 5 February

Dear all,

You may have already heard the news by now that I am retiring from stipendiary ministry on 1st August this year when I turn 65. Having spoken with the churchwardens last week, I then emailed all PCC members on Sunday afternoon giving permission to start sharing this news. I am giving 6 months' notice instead of the minimum 3 months as there is much to organise. I shall be moving to Chesterfield in Derbyshire in August. After a break I shall apply for permission to officiate in the Diocese of Derby.

Archdeacon Andy Broom will be meeting in the first instance with all the benefice churchwardens together at some point before Easter. After Easter he will call a joint meeting of all the PCCs of the benefice. Obviously, I will not be involved in either of those meetings, or any subsequent planning meetings concerning the future of the benefice as parish profiles are prepared. The profiles will form a very important part of the advert that will go out when you are ready to advertise for a new incumbent.

An impending vacancy can bring a measure of uncertainty or even anxiety. The Sovereign Lord is in charge and he has all things in his control. A relevant verse for all of us at this time is this: '"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'" Jeremiah 29:11a

May I take this opportunity to thank you all for your ongoing partnership in the gospel and for your commitment and dedication to the Kingdom work of the benefice parishes.

I am still around for the next 6 months as mission and ministry continues, and there is also plenty to do as we prepare for the vacancy. I shall be praying for you and ask that you would pray for me too. Thank you.

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TOMORROW - MEN'S BREAKFAST - will be at 8.30am on SATURDAY 4TH FEBRUARY

Sausages or bacon in a bun. Come and hear guest speaker, Revd Tim Parker! For booking please contact Steve Cunningham on: 07554117321 or just turn up.

RENEWAL DAYS

Christ Church Brindlington is hosting a 2-day Conference with Paul Harcourt, National Leader of New Wine on 24th & 25th February with the theme, "Remember the Former Things." Please click for poster for booking details.

NO ONLINE SERVICE THIS WEEK.

DAY OFF

My day off is Friday 10th February.

DAILY HOPE

A free phone line of hymns, reflections and prayers. Provided by the Church of England. Tel. 0800 804 8044

FOLKTON

Sunday 12th February 9.30am Holy Communion

GANTON

Sunday 5th February 6.00pm Evensong

Sunday 12th February 10.00am Community Service

Sunday 19th February 9.30am Holy Communion

ASH Wednesday 22nd February 6.30pm Holy Communion

Sunday 26th February 10.00am Mattins

GANTON NEWS

SNOWDROP STROLL Sunday 19th February 2023 from 2.00pm. At Sandgreen Cottage, Binnington YO12 4SW

We are very fortunate that Robert Warman is once again opening his garden to us to wander around viewing the fantastic assortment of early spring flowers, snowdrops, crocuses, aconites and many more. There will be a raffle and plant stall. Admission £2.50 per person including refreshments. Should the weather be inclement please contact Robert at 01944 710286 for information.

HUNMANBY

Sunday 5th February 8.00am Holy Communion

11.00am All-age Worship & Sunday JAM

5.00pm Worship in the Spring

Sunday 12th February 11.00am Holy Communion

5.00pm Evening Worship in church

Sunday 19th February 11am Morning Worship & Sunday JAM

5.00pm Worship in the Spring

ASH Wednesday 22nd February 7.30pm Service for the start of Lent

Sunday 26th February 11.00am Morning Worship - joint service with Cross Hill at All Saints

5.00pm Holy Communion in church

MUSTON

Sunday 5th February 9.30am Holy Communion

Sunday 12th February 10.00am Morning Worship

Sunday 19th January 10.00am Morning Worship

Sunday 26th February 9.30am Holy Communion

WILLERBY

Sunday 5th February 10.00am Holy Communion

Sunday 12th February 10.00am Morning Prayer

Sunday 19th February 10.00am Morning Prayer

Sunday 26th February 11.00am Family Communion

HUNMANBY NEWS:

TODDLER GROUP

Please pray for God's guidance regarding a new group for the under 5's to be held in the Spring on Thursday mornings in term time.

Please contact Di if you are interested in becoming involved: 07919400802 (please note corrected number)

CHURCH SITTERS

If you are available for church sitting on Saturday mornings beginning 4th March, could you please write your name on the rota sheet at the back of church. Two church sitters are needed each Saturday. Thank you.

LEPROSY MISSION USED STAMP DONATIONS

The last time you can donate used stamps for Leprosy Mission is by the end of March please. NB The new bar-coded stamps are not collectable.

Spring Cafe

SINGING GROUP

Every SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of the month 10.30am till 12 noon. You are welcome to join us to exercise your vocal cords, socialise and enjoy coffee and cake ( as well as keep warm!).

SATURDAY PRAYERS

Next prayers in church on 4th and 11th February 9.30am - 10.00am.

CROWDFUNDING FOR THE SPRING/HUB: Our new target is £5,000.00 - 6 days left to donate!

YES... the COOP will match-fund up to £5,000.00!

NB The figure on our Crowdfunding page does already include the Coop match-funding.

Thank you very much indeed to all who have kindly donated this far! Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Please click on this link below if you would like to help us crowdfund. Many thanks. Any single gift donated up to (but not exceeding) £250 will be matched by the Coop.

Your gifts WILL NOT be viewed.

NB Crowdfund will add 10% to your gift for themselves if you don’t remove/reduce that by following the links to do so.

Click for Crowdfunding

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WELCOME SPACES:

The cafe is one of many places across the borough offering a warm and welcome space. This new initiative ensures that over the coming winter months you will always have the option to come and enjoy friendship in a warm environment where a hot drink is available and should you need it, plus information about coping in these challenging times. Call in to find out more.

WEEK COMMENCING Sunday 5 February

Monday 6th February

From 9.30am Hun-Free Fridge in Spring café

12.15pm - 12.45pm Cafe prayers

Spring Café open 1.00pm till 3.00pm Knit and natter, plus board games & chat and SWORD.

Tuesday 7th February

Spring Café open from 10.00am—2.00pm

1.30pm-3.00pm Dance group - new members welcome

Wednesday 8th February

Spring Café open 10.00am - 2.00pm Drinks and cakes available -

Cameo meal from 12noon onwards - set price of £5.50 for 2-course meal with a drink

Friday 10th February

Spring Cafe open 9.00am—1.00pm

From 12noon Community Meal - suggested donation of £3.00 to cover costs

from 1.45pm Hun-Free Fridge (Free food for all to avoid it going to waste) in Spring café

Saturday 11th February

9.30am Prayers in church

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HUN-FREE COMMUNITY FRIDGE: (Please note - each session will close when all the food has gone)

HunFree the Hunmanby Community Fridge will operate on Monday morning from 9.30am and Friday afternoon from 1.45pm when tea/coffee will be available.

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Every blessing,

Tim

The Vicarage
6 Northgate
Hunmanby
Y014 0NT

Tel. 01723 448351